Cicero, IL Noise Ordinances: Quiet Hours (2026)
Quiet hours in Cicero, IL, also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time, define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Key Facts
- Indoor music curfew
- 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
- Outdoor noise curfew
- 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
- Fine range
- $50.00 to $250.00 per violation
- Special quiet zone
- Up to 250 ft, 14 days, $10.00 fee
Summary
Cicero enforces nighttime quiet hours through two overlapping clauses: no disturbing music or radio between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., and no unreasonable outdoor noise at all between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Outside noise. The making, causing or permitting of any unreasonable noise or the playing of any music, whether from a radio, compact disc player, disc jockey, band or any other source, outside of a dwelling, hotel or other type of residence including, without limitation, in a yard, in a garage, shed or similar structure between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Central Standard Time or Central Daylight Time (as applicable).
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 121).
Full Breakdown
The Town of Cicero's general noise ordinance layers two nighttime windows into Sec. 38-27. , in a manner that disturbs the quiet, comfort or repose of people in a dwelling, hotel or residence. , though it carves out town-sponsored events, government-hosted events, and events the town has approved. Both provisions are declared violations of Sec. 00 per violation. 00 investigation fee, and are marked with posted signage, with any disturbance inside the zone declared a nuisance under Sec. 38-58.
Violations & Fines
Violating either the 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. indoor-noise window under Sec. 38-27(11) or the 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. outdoor-noise window under Sec. 38-27(13) is enforced under Sec. 38-26, carrying a minimum fine of $50.00 and a maximum fine of $250.00 per offense. Disturbing a posted temporary zone of quiet is a separate nuisance violation under Sec. 38-58.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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